Tuberculosis (TB) remains a formidable global health challenge, affecting millions and claiming countless lives each year. Despite advances in medicine, approximately 9 million people still fall ill with TB annually, and around 2 million succumb to its devastating effects. The culprit behind this deadly disease is the bacterium Mycobacterium tuberculosis. When individuals with active TB […]

https://images.app.goo.gl/4b6QJKF9ABz3sayR8 Drug-resistant strains of tuberculosis (TB) are a serious threat to the global health community, potentially undoing decades of progress made in the fight against this infectious disease. Experts caution that the fast-spreading “superbug” TB, which is resistant to several antibiotics, is a serious concern that has to be addressed immediately. The Alarming Spread of

https://images.app.goo.gl/TsCHTE4GSL8RAnwGA Tuberculosis (TB) is a serious infectious disease that continues to pose a significant public health challenge, particularly in developing countries like India. While the medical aspects of TB have been extensively studied, the economic burden of the disease is often overlooked despite its far-reaching consequences. In this blog post, we will explore the economic

https://images.app.goo.gl/LeHy6QtoW4Hd3Ejo8 Tuberculosis (TB) is a complex and multifaceted disease caused by the bacterium Mycobacterium tuberculosis. While TB is primarily known as a respiratory illness, affecting the lungs, the disease can have far-reaching consequences that extend well beyond the pulmonary system, impacting various organs and the overall well-being of those affected. The Transmission and Progression of

https://images.app.goo.gl/9skiCw5Xwr4gEpSJ8 Healthcare workers globally face an elevated risk of tuberculosis (TB) infection and disease due to their occupational exposure. While significant progress has been made in developing infection prevention and control (IPC) guidelines over the past 25 years, studies continue to show inadequate implementation and persistent risk in various settings. To effectively protect healthcare workers